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    Tension Release, by Vidyamala Burch

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    Vidyamala BurchPublished March 15, 2018 · Updated October 21, 2026 · 1 min read

    Vidyamala Burch of Breathworks guides this short tension release meditation, a practice for noticing and easing the tension we carry in the body. Stress and tension can contribute to aches and pains, and many people find a short pause like this refreshing.

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    If you found Vidyamala Burch’s tension release meditation useful, the other guided meditations on our website cover a wide range of topics, such as compassion and gratitude.

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